When you torrent, your IP address is visible to everyone else in the "swarm" (everyone downloading/uploading that same file). 3. Safety Best Practices
If you choose to explore torrenting, users typically follow these safety protocols: When you torrent, your IP address is visible
Unlike traditional downloads where you get a file from a single server, torrenting uses technology. You use a "client" (like qBittorrent) to download small bits of a movie from dozens of other users (seeds) simultaneously, while also uploading bits to others. 2. Common Risks When you torrent